Medical Assistant 1

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The Department of Human Genetics is currently seeking a full-time Medical Assistant 1 to work on-site at the Biomedical Research Building in Miami, FL.

CORE JOB SUMMARY

The Medical Assistant (MA) 1 will perform multi-skilled tasks to assist the medical providers. The MA shall assist patients’ healthcare management and clinical procedures in a culturally competent manner utilizing evidence-based standards of quality, safety, and service. The MA provides hands-on care to patients while adhering to regulatory requirements, standards of care, and institutional policies and procedures, under the direct supervision and responsibility of a licensed physician. The physician in charge may delegate the tasks to oversee the MA to a Nurse or Designee in charge of the unit/clinic.

The MA shall adhere to ethical and legal standards of professional practice, recognize, respond to emergencies, and demonstrate professionalism. The MA provides care within the philosophy, mission, vision, and values, as well as within the policies and procedures of the Department of Nursing and the University of Miami. As a professional, monitors the quality of care provided and nurtures a compassionate and healing environment. The MA works directly with the Nurse Manager/Nurse Supervisor/Charge Nurse and/or the Designee in charge of the Unit or Clinic to ensure a safe delivery of care that supports the UHealth mission.

• →Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols, and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
• →Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
• →Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
• →Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders.